Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Bolu travel guide

Bolu Tourism | Bolu Guide

You're Going to Love Bolu

With a population of 96,629, Bolu is the largest city in Bolu Province, Turkey by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Bolu has to offer.

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When to visit Bolu

Bolu in May
Estimated hotel price
£25
1 night at 3-star hotel
Bolu in May
Estimated hotel price
£25
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Bolu in July, when the average temperature is 20 °C, and the highest can go up to 25 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as -3 °C, with an average temperature of 0 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 60 mm. In contrast, August is usually the driest month of the year in Bolu, with an average rainfall of 10 mm.

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How to Get to Bolu

Plane

Although Bolu doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Zonguldak (ONQ), which is located 59 miles from Bolu.

Car

Another option to get to Bolu is to pick up a car hire from Istanbul, which is about 139 miles from Bolu. You’ll find branches of Avec Car Rental and Garenta, among others, in Istanbul.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Bolu Konakoğl Recreation Facility, located 7 miles from the city centre of Bolu. Bolu Köroğlu Dinlenme Tesisleri is also a commonly used station, and is 13 miles from the city centre.

Plane

Although Bolu doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Zonguldak (ONQ), which is located 59 miles from Bolu.

Car

Another option to get to Bolu is to pick up a car hire from Istanbul, which is about 139 miles from Bolu. You’ll find branches of Avec Car Rental and Garenta, among others, in Istanbul.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Bolu Konakoğl Recreation Facility, located 7 miles from the city centre of Bolu. Bolu Köroğlu Dinlenme Tesisleri is also a commonly used station, and is 13 miles from the city centre.

Airports near Bolu

ONQZonguldak
ESBAnkara Esenboga
AOEEskişehir Anadolu University

Airlines serving Bolu

Lufthansa
Good (7,046 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,292 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (853 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,922 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (254 reviews)
Thai Airways
Good (325 reviews)
Pegasus Airlines
Good (621 reviews)
Air Serbia
Good (196 reviews)
Royal Air Maroc
Good (460 reviews)
Asiana Airlines
Excellent (442 reviews)
Transavia France
Good (343 reviews)
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Where to stay in Bolu

Average rates range from around £143 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £274 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Bolu

Most booked hotels in Bolu

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Hampton by Hilton Bolu
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£92+
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Buyuk Abant Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£195+
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Hiring a car in Bolu

Expect to pay £0.94 per litre in Bolu (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £11.19 and £14.92.

Expect to pay £0.94 per litre in Bolu (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £11.19 and £14.92.

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